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Case
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Reference no. IMD-3-0673
Published by: International Institute for Management Development (IMD)
Originally published in: 1997
Version: 16.12.2003
Length: 13 pages
Data source: Field research

Abstract

This is the second of a two-case series (IMD-3-0672 and IMD-3-0673). The rivalry between telecommunications giant Telstra and the challenger Optus heats up as Optus makes a A$3 billion move into the pay TV industry. Telstra responds by committing A$4 billion for developing the ''information superhighway'' of the future. Meanwhile, industry observers question the economic viability of the venture.
Industry:
Size:
AUD14 billion revenues
Other setting(s):
1994-1996

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Abstract

This is the second of a two-case series (IMD-3-0672 and IMD-3-0673). The rivalry between telecommunications giant Telstra and the challenger Optus heats up as Optus makes a A$3 billion move into the pay TV industry. Telstra responds by committing A$4 billion for developing the ''information superhighway'' of the future. Meanwhile, industry observers question the economic viability of the venture.

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Industry:
Size:
AUD14 billion revenues
Other setting(s):
1994-1996

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